Dartmouth College Hiring for Senior Budget Analyst at Hanover, NH Full Time

Posting date:

12/21/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

1128717

Position Title:

Senior Budget Analyst

Department this Position Reports to:

Financial Planning & Budget

Hiring Range Minimum:

$80,300

Hiring Range Maximum:

$100,400

Union Type:

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level:

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Employment Category:

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year:

12

Scheduled Hours per Week:

40

Schedule:

M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM

Location of Position:

Remote or hybrid

Remote Work Eligibility?:

Remote eligible

Is this a term position?:

No

If yes, length of term in months.:

NA

Is this a grant funded position?:

No

Position Purpose:

To support the financial integrity of Dartmouth College by working with administrative and academic leaders in the development and management of sustainable annual and long-range operating budgets.

Required Qualifications – Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors plus 3-5 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications – Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience in developing budgets.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting data, financial modeling, and making fact- based recommendations
• Significant experience partnering on a cross- functional basis with key financial and operational leaders.
• Extensive experience participating as both a leader and member of teams
• Experience supporting executive teams desired
• Demonstrated skill in advanced financial analysis and financial modeling of complex data
• Ability to prepare and present complex information in a clear, coherent way that supports fact-based decision- making
• In-depth knowledge of Excel and applications including Word, Powerpoint, and Teams
• Knowledge of Hyperion or related budget systems, a plus
• Adept at using ad hoc reporting tools
• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Adept ability to deliver against multiple and competing priorities at once
• Able to balance the need to deliver results both quickly and accurately
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills. Able to work effectively across schools, divisions, and functions. Inspires others through commitment, teamwork, and collegiality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Able to present information concisely, clearly, and confidently to a wide variety of audiences
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and confidently, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Sound financial judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal and financial information
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA preferred
• Experience in higher education preferred
• Experience with Oracle financial applications (business intelligence, Hyperion budgeting tools) and SharePoint

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:

Paul Harvey

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:

Paul Harvey

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check:

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/71925

Description:

Budget Data Collection, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling and Recommendations

• Develops the annual operating budget and long-range financial planning processes with insightful financial analysis, sound assumptions and estimates, and firm recommendations
• Collaborates effectively with financial and non-financial staff across the institution in the gathering, modeling, and analysis of financial and operational data.
• Provides effective financial analysis, budget monitoring, and outreach for a portfolio of assigned areas (divisions, departments, and key line items on financial statements).
• Supports monthly and quarterly management reporting and analysis with insightful variance explanations and summarizations of risks and opportunities
• Performs a variety of ad hoc, free-form financial and operational analysis to address questions and information needs from many constituencies (Board of Trustees, Budget Committee, financial and non-financial leaders, etc.) as they arise.
• Identifies and researches appropriate sources of information to answer questions on a variety of complex, finance-related topics. Validates the integrity of data sources.
• Identifies relevant benchmarks and standards for comparative analysis and performance metrics.
• Actively identifies areas where in-depth financial and operational analysis can lead to a deeper understanding of results, trends, risks and opportunities. Consults with financial leaders to offer ideas and recommendations.
• Applies skills in financial modeling and statistical analysis to develop scenarios and to make recommendations.
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive information and materials. Maintains manual and computerized records.

Percentage Of Time:

75

Description:

Financial Reporting and Business Insight

• Summarizes data and analytical findings to support executive-level decision-making. Employs creativity, quantitative skills and expertise in utilizing spreadsheets, graphics and other presentation tools to develop presentations.
• Identifies needs and assists in the development of financial reports to provide better management information to fiscal officers and department managers. Collaborates with resources in the Financial Planning & Budget department and Financial Reporting department to implement and improve standardized financial report.
• Prepares financial reports, presentations, and special projects for senior management and others. Reports may include financial forecasts, trend analyses, historical data compilation, ratio and peer comparisons, etc.
• Presents findings and recommendations to a wide variety of constituents at Dartmouth College.

Percentage Of Time:

15

Description:

• Represent AVP of Financial Planning & Budget Office and the office in general at meetings, activities, and working groups
• Participate on cross-functional teams by assuming an active, collaborative role

Percentage Of Time:

10

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.